Shockwave Therapy

There are many ways in which ESWT benefits our tissues:

• Increased Microcirculation

• Vasodilation due to release of nitric oxide

• Cell matrix stimulation (mechano-transduction)

• Release of Substance P

• Analgesic effects (pain-gating)

• Increased cell wall permeability (cell metabolism)

• Stimulation of growth factors (neovascularization)

• Stimulation of stem cells (cell proliferation)

• Plantar fasciitis

• Heel spurs

• Tendonitis (Achilles, patella, rotator cuff etc..)

• Trochanteric bursitis

• Trigger points

• Frozen shoulder

• Scar tissue

• Muscle Pain

• Calcifications (including calcific tendinopathy)

• Myofascial Pain

• Lateral Epicondylitis (tennis elbow)

For Acute injuries (less than 3 months) we recommend:

• Consultation regarding Efficient and Effective rehabilitation

• Frequency of 1x per week for 4 weeks (4 ESWT treatments)

• Consultation regarding strength training and preventative measures

For Chronic injuries (more than 3 months) we recommend:

• Consultation regarding graded exposure and rehabilitation

• More aggressive treatment of 2x per week for 4 weeks (8 ESWT treatments in 4 weeks)

• Consultation regarding continues strength training and returning to sport or activity